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Top Models Make North American Car of the Year Short Lists

The 2013 North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year Award short list has been released. These lists of cars and trucks have been edited down from a long list of 45 vehicles that we detailed back in August.

Ford has the most vehicles on this year’s short list, with 3 combined. Nissan’s most innovated year ever is off to a great start, as they have two vehicles in the running.

Soon enough the jurors will edit this list down further to three finalists that will be announced at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2013.

The 2013 Honda Accord is an important game-changer for the brand. As we’ve outlined, it has a ton of standard features that are special on other models (backup camera, alloy wheels, and chrome door handles). The side mirror camera is the greatest tech feature since the backup cameras. A new CVT transmission made in Ohio allows for increase in fuel economy.

The Escape was the featured vehicle at the Cleveland Auto Show, and when we saw it in person, it didn’t disappoint. The hands-free liftgate is incredible, you’ll get 33 mpg and the style takes your breath away. In the SUV class, we think this might be the favorite.